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#558 of 873 private schools in PA
Berks Catholic High School
High School
955 E WYOMISSING BLVD, Reading, PA 19611
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#558 of 873
In Reading
#9 of 9
public schools
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Berks Catholic High School
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About Berks Catholic High School
Berks Catholic High School is a private high school in Reading, PA. Berks Catholic High School serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Berks Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #558 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Berks Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Berks Catholic High School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Reading, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berks Catholic High School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Reading SHS | 4.1 |
| Antietam MS/HS | 3.4 |
| Exeter Twp SHS | 6.9 |
| Reading Muhlenberg Career and Technology Center | — |
| Muhlenberg Jr HS | 2.5 |
| Muhlenberg HS | 5.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
955 E WYOMISSING BLVD, Reading, PA 19611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Berks Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW STORY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Wyomissing), which scores notably higher. Another option is Governor Mifflin SHS (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Shillington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wyomissing Area JSHS (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Wyomissing), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| READING SDA JR ACADEMY Reading | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| West Reading El Ctr West Reading | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| OPPORTUNITIES SCHOOL Reading | 0.6 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL West Reading | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| NEW STORY Reading | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Millmont El Sch Reading | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Southwest MS Reading | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Tyson-Schoener El Sch Reading | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Reading | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Lauers Park El Sch Reading | 1.2 mi | 2.1 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Wyomissing | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Northwest El Sch Reading | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Intermediate Sch Shillington | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Mifflin Park El Sch Shillington | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Governor Mifflin SHS Shillington | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Wyomissing Area JSHS Wyomissing | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Cumru El Sch Shillington | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Southern MS Reading | 1.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Amanda E Stout El Sch Reading | 1.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Governor Mifflin MS Shillington | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,379
Median Home Value
$161,900
Median Rent
$1,098/mo
Population
11,170
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
48.6%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
25.2%
Median Age
34.8
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| Annville-Cleona HS Annville, PA | 6.1 |
| Forest Hills JSHS Sidman, PA | 6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Berks Catholic High School
What grades does Berks Catholic High School serve?
Berks Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Berks Catholic High School?
Berks Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Berks Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Berks Catholic High School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Berks Catholic High School rank in PA?
Berks Catholic High School ranks #558 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Berks Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Berks Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Berks Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Berks Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Berks Catholic High School a religious school?
Berks Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 636
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Berks County
- Phone
- (610) 374-8361
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